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Tomorrow afternoon’s second sitting at the annual Community Christmas Dinner in Sidney is full — but there may be a few seats still left at the morning meal.

Christmas Day, Dec. 25, is the 16th annual Community Christmas Dinner at the Mary Win-spear Centre’s Bodine Hall. More than 30 vol-unteer servers and cooks will be busy helping make the season just that much brighter for people who might not have anywhere else to go on Christmas Day.

Co-ordinator of the meal, Wendy Warshawski, says 135 people have already registered for the 1 p.m. sitting, filling the hall to capacity. She said there are still seats available for the 11:30 a.m. sitting — noting that she has already made the decision to add more seats to meet any unexpected demand.

“I don’t like to say ‘no’ to people,” she said.Volunteers have been working long hours to

prepare a holiday meal for the elderly, familes in need or people who simply don’t have any-where else to go at Christmas and would like to get out into the community. Warshawski said this year’s dinner, while similar to previous years, is a special one for the volunteers. Long-time chef John Mackelson died in a motorcycle crash in April 2015 and Warshawki said every-one misses him and his contribution to the dinner.

Yet, the dinner continues and cook Clara Knight is busy with the last minute prepara-tions, Warshawski said. Food has been donated by local grocery stores and Brentwood Bay’s Breadstuffs Bakery will be there, serving pies, cakes and ice cream for dessert.

Doors at the Mary Winspear Centre open at 10 a.m. with the first sitting at 11:30 a.m. The Lions Club will be providing rides for those without transportation. For details, call War-shawski at 250-656-7678 and leave a message with full details. — with files from Carlie Connolly

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MerryChristmasFrom the staff and families of the PNR to you and yours at this time of year

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Tip of the PeninsulaThank you readers!The Peninsula News Review has raised more than $2,000 in this year’s Coins for Kids campaign — with bags, buckets and handfuls of coins left to count. By the end of this month, generous readers will have brought us close to last year’s amount raised for local children.The News Review’s effort this year is in sup-port of the Peninsula Santa’s Helpers, who have collected toys for children in need, organized by staff at the Mary Winspear Centre. The PNR continues to collect coins throughout the year. — News staff

Resident octopus named for long time aquarium volunteer

SIDNEY — Norm! The Shaw Ocean Dis-covery Centre has a new Giant Pacific octo-pus in its care and staff at the Centre have named it after a long time volunteer who died this year.

Norman Fowlow worked behind the scenes to feed the animals and care for their habi-tats. In fact, during one of his early morning shifts, he was able to rescue an octopus that had escaped. It’s in his honour that the staff named the new resident octpus.

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Shelves are full once again at the Sid-ney Lions Food Bank, thanks to the generos-ity of the Saanich Pen-insula community.

Firefighters from Sidney, Central Saan-ich and North Saanich were out in force on Saturday, Dec. 19, col-lecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the food bank — which had seen a drop off in food donations a week or two prior to the effort.

Food bank Executive Director Bev Elder said bad weather likely kept some people away. Since late last week’s clearing of the weather and extra calls for con-tributions, she said people really stepped up and helped ensure they were able to meet demand. Approxi-mately 400 Christmas food hampers were given to families in need last week, provid-ing turkeys, personal grooming products, food and gift certifi-cates to help them have a decent holiday week.

Meeting that demand, which Elder said is on par with recent years, depleted the stock — but the local firefighters’ one-day blitz across the Peninsula made up for it.

According to Elder, the Central Saanich department collected three pallets of food and around $2,600 in cash donations. North Saanich filled three skids with food and raised $700. Sidney col-lected 232 boxes of food — exceeding last year’s 190 — and raised more than $5,300, which is more than $1,000 over 2014’s effort.

“Overall, it was won-derful,” Elder said.

“This will give us three to four months of food.”

While food donations have been down in gen-eral this season, Elder said cash donations are up.

Sidney firefighter Rick Toogood said Monday during the department’s delivery

to the food bank, that they saw a lot of gen-erosity on the week-end. People were even driving into the fire halls throughout the Peninsula, dropping off donations. The fire-fighters do make it a bit of a challenge between the departments, but Toogood said it all comes down to getting food to people in the community who need it.

He added he thought the number of families and children that came out to help local fire-fighters this year was a good sign, that gen-erosity will continue through the genera-tions.

Donations are still being taken at the Sid-ney Lions Food Bank — as they are throughout the year to meet the demand and help peo-ple in need, not only at Christmas time. Find out how you can help by calling 250-655-0679.

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Volunteers and paid firefighters with the Sidney Fire Department unload their more than 230 boxes of food collected on Sat., Dec. 19. Saanich Peninsula firefighters and their families collected food and cash for the Sidney Lions Food Bank on the same day.

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“I heard the Bells on Christmas Day”“I’ve had this ringing in my ear off and on but it’s getting more frequent and seems to be getting worse. I’ve checked in with my Family Doctor and there’s no signs of an ear infection. Had my hearing checked too, and it’s pretty good. You told me I have a jaw joint problem, does that have anything to do with my ear ringing?”Ear ringing or tinnitus has a few recognized causes: injury to the ear, it’s bones or nerves, excessive exposure to loud noise, ear nerve tumours, blood vessel issues, certain pharmaceuticals and Jaw Joint or TMJ problems. But why would a jaw joint problem cause tinnitus? Let’s think of the anatomy of a Christmas bell. There’s the metal dome and the metal rod or ball inside the bell, and the string attached to that metal ball. When the string is pulled, the ball strikes the dome, and sound vibrations occur. Your ear has all of these elements (and more) in your 3 inner ear bones which act to transmit sound when they vibrate. These bones are the balls in the

bell. But did you know that one of these bones the malleus is attached to your jaw joint by two ligaments? These ligaments are like the strings attached to the balls of the bell! When you have a jaw joint problem these ligaments get compressed and pull on the malleus bone “ringing” the bell of your ear. There’s a reason for the sports injury phrase “Boy he just got his bell rung!” (Usually right after a hit to the head involving the jaw). Sadly, you don’t need this type of trauma to get TMD caused tinnitus, it can be far more subtle and slow in its development. A TMJ problem, like many body problems, often develops over time. Another cause of TMJ tinnitus is small ongoing inflammation of the jaw joint, causing pressure on the neighbouring ear. We can help with TMD caused tinnitus, by taking the pressure off of these ligaments and taking down the inflammation. As the old carol says“Then rang the bells more loud and deepGod is not dead, nor doth He sleepThe wrong shall fail, the right prevailWith peace on earth, good will to men” Merry Christmas to All, and to All a good Joint!!For more expert advice visit sidneydental.ca For a complementary consultation, with your friendly treatment coordinator, call Connie at 250-656-1841.

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ave a Merry Christmas, readers and enjoy your time with family and friends as you celebrate or relax — or even work — or however you wish to spend this holiday.

That sense of togetherness is ingrained into the season and many people will spend time in the company of others. And so they should, for that simple act can foster new understanding or even just allow two people to get to know each other again.

But it’s easy for many people to take that togetherness for granted.

The commercialization of the season encourages people getting together, sharing gifts, eating a meal or otherwise hanging out. On the other side, we’re made to fear being alone or being left out — and that gets reflected in statistics and discussions

about isolation and depression over the holidays.

Being inundated with holiday messages can be

overwhelming at the best of times. When a person is alone, that sense of isolation is amplified.

In recent weeks, there have been media stories about how many seniors in B.C. will be alone over Christmas, whether they are too ill to travel or their families too far to visit. Many are living alone after the death of a loved one and a lack of socialization can weigh heavily this month, through no fault of their own.

Praise be, then, to people in the community who try to do more over the holiday — and throughout the year — to reach people who otherwise would be alone.

We have, in many previous occasions, lauded the efforts of the Community Christmas Dinner volunteers, who serve a meal and offer a social setting for people on Christmas Day. There are many other people, mostly volunteers, who work through organizations like Beacon Community Services and the SHOAL Centre, to ensure people with no one to look in on them, receive at least a quick visit. These are the people working for the well-being of the broader community on the Saanich Peninsula. And we must give them credit for giving their time.

Often, the words we use are just not enough to convey that gratitude, but know that if not for their efforts, our community would be a much darker place.

It was Christmas Eve in the workshop and the elves were still working quite hard, when the foreman came in stamping snow off his boots letting in

freezing air from the yard.“Hey shut the door boss,” the

elves shouted in protest, “it’s cold enough in here as it is, we can’t pack our parcels without some more heating, it’s just above freez-ing at best.”

Said the foreman, “I don’t know if he will be making the trip, if it will even get off the ground, for I’ve been through the house, the barn and the yard and Santa’s nowhere to be found.

“The reindeer are all raring to go and I’ve really polished the sled, but all our work may go for naught and the children be so disappointed.”

Then one of the elves said, “Mrs. Claus is the key, she knows where he is I’ll bet. She has wanted old Nick to retire for some years, I will get her to tell, don’t fret.”

“How can you do that,” said the elves in a chorus, the foreman added his doubts as well. Said the elf, “You’ve forgotten the Spirit of Christmas,” and began the rhyme to tell.

Nothing was stirring, I think you remember and the house was as

quiet as could be, not even a furry creature who might wake up and save Christmas for me.

So one of his friends surrendered his pet and the elf put it with care in his sleeve. Off he went to see Mrs. Claus to find Santa and get him to leave.

Mrs. Claus was quite firm when asked about Santa and his location she would not disclose, ‘til she saw a small shape by the elf’s small feet and it sat up and wrinkled its nose.

With a scream of sheer terror she leapt on a chair, “Oh help me, I’ll do anything.” The price of the rescue, you will probably guess — Santa ready to start travelling.

All presents delivered, happiness, joy, children’s laughter from every house. But at night when it’s all quiet you might hear some chuck-ling, listen carefully ... it might be a mouse!

Michael HansonSidney

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Being new from Ontario, we frequently get lost here. On Wed., Dec. 16 we were helped by three lovely people on our way to Greenglade Community Centre and Nonie led us right to the door. Also thanks to Lou-ise for the helpful email lesson. Vancouver Islanders are terrific. Arn and Doris Canfield

Heartfelt thanks to the woman who alerted me

when our escape artist Shiba Inu launched himself out the window from a supposedly locked kennel in the back seat of my moving truck at the entrance of Centennial Park. I raced into the park. He came to me with a broken tooth and scrape on his leg, otherwise he made his audition for Cirque du Soleil.

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Investors in 2015 equity markets have, depending on their

geographic diversifica-tion, experienced a wild ride — from a negative to solidly-positive per-formance.

Of all major world markets, Canada’s TSX Index, to the end of November, was among the worst performers — recording a decline of 9.2 per cent.

Had an individual been invested in this Index only, his/her portfolio — even after adding 2.7 per cent in dividends — would be showing a year-to-date negative return of 6.5 per cent.

Canada’s negative equity returns are due primarily to the decline in the price of resources, most nota-bly the collapse of oil prices.

Our resource sector comprises only about 15 per cent of Canada’s GDP, yet it contributes almost 50 per cent to the TSX Index.

When resource prices eventually rebound, the Index should again outper-form.

Cyclical negative equity returns are to be expected; they do not in themselves sig-nal a need for change in

investment strategy. Markets encounter

downturns, only to rebound and deliver solid returns over the longer term.

Had the investor held only one-third of his/her portfolio in the TSX Index, one-third in the U.S. S&P 500, and one-third in the MSCI World Index, the year-to-date results would have been much improved.

Total returns to the investor would have been:

• CDN TSX Index: (6.5%)• U.S. S&P 500 Index: 2.51%MSCI World Index: 16.19%

This geographi-cally-balanced port-folio would have seen a respectable 4.1 per cent total return — not spectacular, but a con-siderable improvement on the returns of an all-Canadian Index invest-ment.

Once again, this les-son highlights the risk-reducing benefit of diversifying invest-ments beyond Canada, which represents only three per cent of world market values.

Of course, the pru-dent investor will con-sider further diver-sifying some portion

of his/her portfolio to Fixed Income products, thus further mitigating equity market risk.

With an emphasis on dividend-paying invest-ments, minimization of investment holding costs, and currency-hedging, portfolio returns are enhanced — regardless of market direction.

With the Canadian Index heavily weighted not only in resources,

but also financials (32 per cent), the prudent investor is wise to avoid purchasing the entire TSX Index.

Instead, investments in specific sectors such as energy, materials, and financials, are best limited to no more than five to 10 per cent of portfolio value; this lim-its the influence of any one sector, and mod-erates volatility of the portfolio.

The investor has nei-ther control over, nor the ability to predict equity market direc-tion.

He/she does how-ever, have significant control over portfolio holding cost, degree of diversification, cur-rency-hedging, and even the degree of con-tribution of portfolio income (yield) to total returns.

Careful attention to these controllable fac-tors will significantly mitigate normal market risk, and enhance long-term returns.

2015 is ending like every other year.

Some world markets and sectors are posi-tive — others are nega-tive — proving once again that sector and geographic diversifica-tion remains a critical investment strategy which should not be ignored.

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Samuel has been delivering papers for one year and 3 months.He loves connecting with the Community and getting to know my neighbours.Samuel likes to swim and he is taking a Lifeguard course. He is also a Youth leader at his Church.

He likes to learn at school French, English and FAAs. He is on the Tech Crew at North Saanich Middle schooland he loves to volunteer.

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Central Saanich has hired Stantec Consulting Ltd. to study the Keating Cross Road Corridor for over $70,000.

Chief Administrative Officer Patrick Robins said the com-pany, council and the commu-nity will look at future land use patterns, review future property demand and provide a business case for strategic infrastructure

investment, including highway access from Keating to the Pat Bay Highway.

Councillor Carl Jensen said strategically this is a smart move.

“There’s been a lot of talk about the Keating overpass in terms of access from the high-way and I think that remains, but I think this is the step in the right direction because we’re looking at the bigger picture ...” he said.

He added with 4,500 people

working along Keating, he thinks there is a huge potential and looks forward to what some of the business representatives have to say.

The study will also include a community engagement seg-ment that will bring together many of the stakeholders in the community, including the prop-erty owners along Keating, busi-ness operators, as well as other government agents and the community at large.

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Will any manufacturer without plans for a small crossover please stand up?Barely a month seems to go by without a manu-facturer announcing a new model aimed at the hottest market segment – crossover vehicles. These vehicles are becoming as ubiquitous on our roads as minivans became in the 30 years following their introduction in 1984.It shouldn’t surprise because they check all the boxes for today’s drivers: they sit higher than the family sedan, thus provid-ing a commanding view of the road and provide the seating and stowage required by the modern ac-tive family. In appearance, they are modelled on much more expensive and larger sport utility vehicles and can even mimic an SUV’s roadholding abilities – to a degree – in poor weather, when equipped with all-wheel drive.Honda’s compact CR-V has been a winner for years and its prestige divi-sion – Acura – has solid performers in the larger MDX and compact RDX. It has been slow to introduce a subcompact version but the all-new 2016 Honda HR-V will likely cut into the market carved out by other lesser manufactur-ers, especially with a base sticker price under $21,000 (loaded EX-L navi - $29,990).If your family includes active teenagers (they aren’t all that way) this car is not for you, look at a CR-V or one of its many competitors. However, if you are a twosome or have one or two youngsters this may well fit the bill. The HR-V has the now obliga-tory coupe look, without sacrificing rear headroom, reasonable leg space in the rear, and even with

the seats up there’s ample stowage for the Big Shop

and weekends away.Space is maximized by mounting the fuel tank in the centre rather than the rear and the remark-able foldaway second row seating. The official specs reveal 2,835-litres of passenger volume (LX) and 1,665 of cargo volume with the second row seats down. I’ll stick with my recommendation on family size, no matter how big Honda says it is!The base LX is very well equipped and the EX and EX-L Navi trims ramp up the specs in luxury and technology. Standard safety features in all models include vehicle stability assist with trac-tion control; an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS); side

curtain airbags; dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags; and front side airbags. Thanks to its so-called Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure with enhanced frontal protec-tion it’s also achieved the highest overall score for collision safety from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.If that’s not enough for the safety conscious, extras available across the range include LaneWatch, Hill Start Assist, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Guidelines, Forward Col-lision Warning and Lane Departure Warning, with the latter two available in EX-L Navi only. Not a big fan of many passive safety

systems as my theory is they encourage lazy driv-ing habits and inattention. The interior features belie the HR-V’s frugal price tag. Soft-touch materials abound and the stitch lines, brushed chrome and piano black highlights are more typical of the Acura marque. Instrumentation is clear and controls logically placed.On the road, you can ex-pect more than adequate performance, which may sound like I’m damning it with faint praise but I’m not. Honda describes it as having a “sporty perfor-mance” but to me that’s a buzz phrase all manufac-turers trot out. However, if you want a ‘sporty looking’ machine

that gets up to speed in a respectable time, accelerates eas-ily when passing, without inducing whiplash, then this should be on your test drive list. It’s grippy on the road, handles well in the corners without lurch, and overall is pleas-ant to drive in the city and on a road trip.You will get decent fuel economy from the 1.8-litre 4-cylinder 16-valve SOHC i-VTEC engine, which pumps out 141 horses. The engine can be paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) or a short-shifting 6-speed manual transmission, on

LX and EX models with 2WD. Drive efficiently and you could achieve 6.7L/100 km on the highway (8.3 city) in the 2WD CVT version. The manual stick economy is rated 9.3/7.0 L/100km (city/hwy).A repeated word about CVT: contrary to many of my colleagues I like to-day’s CVT. Much smoother than earlier iterations.

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Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. The event is for guests age 19-plus.

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Buying and selling a home can be challenging at the best of times.

However, Victoria Real Estate Board past-president Tim Ayres said despite the time being a common period for vacations, shop-ping, family gatherings and a traditionally quieter real estate market, the holidays aren’t necessarily a bad time to buy, or to sell.

“If you look at our pric-ing curve, prices peak in the spring in any year. But at the same time, this year has been unusual. With dwindling supply there’s more buyers than sellers,” he said.

“Supply is shrinking month over month (with) less houses in September to November this year than last year … There is defi-nitely seasonality to pricing, but this year with it being busier than (usual), we will see what will happen.”

From approximately the middle of December on the market is traditionally qui-eter, but that isn’t necessar-ily a bad thing for many real estate agents. It can offer an opportunity for family time after an extremely busy year.

“You can take a look at your business and plan for next year … hit the ground running with a new plan and new energy (after) having some (time off),” he said. “With it being so busy, a lot of Realtors are looking for a bit of down time.”

From a homeowner’s per-spective, he said, the time to sell is the time to sell. If a buyer needs a home dur-ing off-peak months, there

are a number of factors to consider to help maximize potential opportunities on either side of the housing market.

“If you look at a new job starting Jan. 1, you will have to act pretty quickly on any house you are going to see,” he said. “You just have to be ready to buy and make sure the finances are taken care of, because you’re not going to have a second chance, in most cases.”

On the selling front, Ayres said preparation and flex-ibility are key. Opening up to the possibility of allowing potential buyers to come through on short notice, perhaps even when you have company over or are

planning an event, can maxi-mize selling potential.

“Just be prepared … (And) if you are going away on Christmas, maybe it’s not a bad time so it can be shown anytime for sellers,” he said.

“And don’t overdo it with the Christmas decorations. Make it uncluttered and clean (and) be prepared for a few inconveniences on the holidays.”

Despite the differences, there are opportunities dur-ing the traditionally slower season leading up to the busier February and March months.

Ayres’ advice for those who are ready to list? Get out early and beat the rush,

especially in a strong mar-ket where there isn’t a bad time to list in the next six to eight months.

“The right time to sell or buy is when it is right for you. If you have time to look

in December, you should. Why wait till spring when every other buyer is out there?” he asked.

“If it’s time to sell and you want to get a head start, why not put it on (the market in)

December and see what happens? You never know how the market is going to take your house until you are on the market.”

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NET UNCONDITIONAL SALES / TOTAL, DEC. 2014

NEW LISTINGS / TOTAL, DEC. 2014

ACTIVE RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS / TOTAL, DEC. 2014

MONTH TO DATE, DEC. 11/15 COURTESY VICTORIA REAL ESTATE BOARD

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As Sidney considers its Strategic Plan for 2016 to 2018, municipal leaders have expressed being open to new housing development projects.

At Monday night’s

council meeting, how-ever, councillors made it clear that not every application will be approved — a state-ment met with some incredulity from mem-bers of the audience.

Case in point for council are two pro-posals — a four sto-

rey residential building on Fourth Street and a new home subdivi-sion between Ardwell Avenue and Resthaven Drive. Both have drawn concern from neigh-bouring residents who say that each one is too much for the existing area.

The multi-storey building proposal is the second iteration of the developer’s plan for the property at the corner of Fourth and

Oakville Avenue. The original plan was for 17 residential units and commercial space on the ground floor. This week, they presented revised plans for 11 units. Council had pre-viously sent the plan back to the proponent after residents com-plained the structure was too tall, the parking too little and its design not in keeping with the neighbourhood.

The developer has

also proposed pay-ing up to $50,000 to upgrade Oakville Ave-nue next to the prop-erty.

While council unani-mously agreed with that amenity contribu-tion, some were quick to point out that this approval was only a single step in a process that might not, ulti-mately, be approved.

Coun. Peter Wain-wright said he’s opposed to this plan, stating he didn’t see the overall benefit to

the area.“There’s nothing spe-

cial or major here,” he said. “And I ask myself, when has council last said ‘no’ to a bonus density request?”

Coun. Mervyn Lougher-Goodey noted the developer made sig-nificant changes to his plan after being asked by council to do so last summer and should be allowed to go through the Town’s public hear-ing process.

Besides, he said, Monday’s discussion

was supposed to be about the amenity con-tribution.

The Ardwell and Resthaven proposal is to increase land cover-age to accommodate 17 lots. Neighbours are opposed and more than 100 people have signed a petition against it.

Coun. Erin Bremner said she could not sup-port the project as it stands and would want to see further com-promise between the developer and the com-munity.

Wainwright noted that some of the oppo-sition was “over the top,” adding any devel-oper is allowed to air their project and follow the Town’s process — not necessarily mean-ing that it would be approved.

“The Town can encourage differences in applications,” he said, “and council can say ‘no’.”

Councillors, how-ever they felt about the proposal, did agree in the end that the plan should be aired in pub-lic at an open hearing in the new year.

New homes in Sidney not necessarily a givenMunicipal councillors split on a pair of housing projects

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Good Morning StarshineCapture the feelings of childhood summers again, and move to thisquarter acre sunny home in Deep Cove, across from the quaint Marina.The lovely home is nestled in very private gardens with views of theocean and Mt.Tuam. Gorgeous new kitchen, windows, hardwoodfloors, and baths! A home for all... Water you waiting for? $629,000

State of the ArtCustom-built Whistler-inspired, 1 Acre Haven. Highly evolved designis evident by controlled skylights, pre-set temperature Schluter showersystem and AH!, a deep Japanese soaker tub. The Master Suite aweswith its Vaulted ceiling, and rain-sensor Skylight. The “piece deresistance” handsome fir doors open 180° to a gorgeous covered deckfor dining al fresco, w/ Sunset Malahat Views! $660,000

A Honey of a Deal Custom 3006sqft home on a useable 1 acre featuring a spacious familyroom, elegant winding oak staircase, amazing lofty ceilings in the LRwith FP and HW flooring. The gourmet kitchen and dining area; offer abuilt-in oven, cook-top, and island for culinary joy. Downstairs the 1 BR‘Sweet’ surely must be the largest ever built! The level entry space offersa very palatable option for today’s families. $675,000

Birds of a FeatherSophisticated Buyers, will flock to this Mid-Century 3/4 bedroomhome, combining all the very best of the era, with modern upgradeslike granite countertops, NEST thermostat, cherry hardwood andLEATHER flooring! Beautiful 1/3 acre sunny backyard; a gardener’sparadise located right in coveted Oak Bay! $720,000

Quality Built Zen Home This well designed 3 bedroom home enjoys a garden view open kitchen,cozy adjoining family room, and rare formal dining room, completewith gorgeous rock fireplace. Custom design is evident in the avante-gard open stairways and straight clean lines of its exterior. Beautifullylandscaped Japanese zen-like terraced backyard takes full advantage ofthe one acre property. Call Now! $750,000

Money, Money, Money!FANTASTIC opportunity. Located in desirable Oak Bay border area.Live in one, and rent the other! The main level retains the 1912 charm,while the upper level is recently updated. 7 ft height bonus inlawaccommodation in the lower area. Main floor presently usedcommercially, current revenue approximately $4643 per month (buyerto verify). Be quick on this one! (Floor Plans Avail) $899,000

Maximum Views with Precision DesignLuxury home w/ breathtaking ocean & mountain views. Precision builtfeaturing a cathedral entrance, smartly designed kitchen, formalsitting/reception rm & family rm. both w. gas fp, and a gracious diningrm. Sumptuous master bed w. generous walk-in closet/dressing rm. &ensuite. Lower level offers self-contained suite & wine celler.$959,000

Baby You Can Drive My Car Amazing executive Oceanfront home features 4397 sqft of open conceptliving including 5 beds (with master suite, walk in closet, fire place &spa like en-suite). Outside offers over 1700 sqft of deck space to takeadvantage of the spectacular views, water front fire pit & patio, hot tub& plenty of space for all toys in the 5 car garage. $1,099,000

You Have Arrived Elegant and stately .72 acre Oceanfront home features Control 4 lightingwhich integrates lighting with music, shades, locks, climate control, andvideo. Enduring construction is seen in the built-in cabinetry, and darkBirch HW placed in a bright ambiance of voluminous rooms. The customkitchen is a worthy match for Jamie Oliver! The convenient locationblends all the best in life seamlessly! $1,099,999

The Balvenie Executive NEW residence on 2.5 acres. Exceptional Quality & featuringluxury finishing throughout; including gourmet kitchen, stunning Greatroom with a double sided indoor-outdoor fireplace, and separate livingareas. Huge windows, triple garage, professional landscaping, and just20 min to the capital city, with proximity to ferries, & the InternationalAirport offers the ultimate in Living! $1,350,000

Wright for Frank Newly updated contemporary Oceanfront masterpiece + dock. Archi-tecturally designed taking advantage of the spectacular private location.Floor to sky windows create a true indoor-outdoor flow. At 3200sqft it will suit most circumstances & incl In Law. Once inside themost discerning buyer will be wowed by the Artistry! $1,499,800

Escape to the CountryA magnificent Schubart designed residence surrounded by 10 acresof natural beauty. Dream kitchen: custom cabinetry, elegant design,superior appliances. 2 excellent BRs & den. The lower floor has adelightful self-contained legal suite. A separate character farm house.Unspoiled beaches, golf courses, amazing outdoors & ocean activities.Just 30-minutes drive to downtown Victoria. $1,549,000

Splendour in the GrassDutch farm house meets West Coast design on this superb scenic 5 acfarm, overlooking Elk lake. Private and picturesque this 4 bed 4 bathwith 3 wings that provide separation for the growing family. Low farmtaxes. 3 excellent multi functional farm buildings. Excellent for horsesand animals. Large veg garden, fruit trees, & fish pond. A splendidcountry property. $1,690,000

Have Your Oceanfront & Swim There Too!Rare south facing Oceanfront offers full sun and Sensational sunsets!Amazing folding wall system opens for an indoor-outdoor feel, easy accessto the beach, and your own mooring buoy. The kitchen sizzles with a covetedInduction cooktop, double-oven, and sit-up counter for guests. Unwind inthe Master suite, or paint in the airy studio. Enjoy the Sauna and relaxing hottub. This is West Coast Living at its very best. $1,698,800

Builder’s Oceanfront DreamRARE opportunity to build an Oceanfront Estate in Victoria BC. This1.24 acre lot in Margaret’s Bay offers 195.5 feet of waterfront, with180° views across Haro Strait to the San Juan Islands. Choice locationprovides a panorama of mountain and island views. The neighbourhoodis serene and private, close to UVIC and all amenities. A blank paletteto create your dream! $1,698,000

A Sea of HoneyAn esteemed, private, south facing 1.24 acre ocean front enclave. Thestunning fjord view of the Saanich Inlet captures an awe-inspiringpeaceful vista. The 4500 sq ft home is rich in potential, and ready forthe next vision. The superb location provides an exceptional oceanorientation with outstanding views of sea & sky. $1,825,000

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Good VibrationsBack on the Market! Hurry to this immaculate 4 bed, 5 bath home located in desirable Ardmore by the Sea, known for its beaches, trails, golf course & larger lots. Situated on a totally private .85 acre lot with Ocean views, this wonderful haven is located close to a beautiful beach, and exudes comfort and warmth.The custom open-plan multi-level home was designed by Michael Nixon of Broadmead Designs, and quality-built by Tidman Construction. Updates incl: bathrooms, � oors, roof, paint, and more. Overall, it’s 3300 sqft with spacious rooms & vaulted ceilings in the living areas.This home will tick all the boxes for an Executive couple or family. It was operated as a highly successful B & B. Live the Ardmore Life! $749,900

The Whole Nine YardsUnprecedented Low bank Oceanfront Estate with bells and whistles! A serious Yachtsman’s delight with very deep water for most boat drafts. Spectacular panoramic Ocean Vistas, indoor swimming pool, Dock, Boathouse, and Foreshore Licence are some of the key features. The Architecturally designed home was carefully positioned to take full advantage of every aspect of this wonderful location and outlook. The 5436 sq ft home is on 3 view levels and the ground � oor could be a self-contained suite. 2 formal Living rooms, 3-4 Bedrooms and 5 Luxury baths! The accommodation is beautifully � exible to meet almost every family’s needs. The magni� cent pool is completely surrounded by windows with a 13’ ft vaulted ceiling and hot tub. Subject to probate $1,650,000

Above And BeyondStunning Executive 5237 square foot residence with shimmering 270 degree Ocean Seascapes from Mount Baker to the Olympics; an architectural triumph on three levels. Anchored in a private enclave of superior homes ABOVE Gonzales Bay, the property borders Walbran park for Superior views! The pillared Dining room is a subtle blend of classical Design & Grace. Entertain in the open concept View kitchen with cutting edge appliances. Luxuriate in the 800 square foot Master with immense Walk-in, Spa Ensuite, deck, and cosy � replace. Enjoy the Media room, possible suite below, and Victoria’s � nest schools. Welcome home! $2,078,000

83 Acres With 1/4 Mile OceanfrontStunningly beautiful Woodside farm with approx 1450 ft of ocean front, 83.75 acres, of which approx 30 acres is forest: mostly Spruce and Balsam, with some Cedar and Alder. One residence is 2,262 sqft, the other a circa 1884, approx. 3,844 sqft farmhouse Amazing excellent condition working Dutch Barn, approx 5000 sqft with classic two levels. The farm is predominantly nurtured grassland and wood lot. It is a unique one of a kind o� ering adjacent to the Sooke town boundary. The farm was the home to the late Scotsman John Muir Senior who was a member of the V.I. Legislate and mined coal for the Hudson Bay Co. It remains an op-erating farm. Unique property with huge opportunity. $4,500,000

She Walks In BeautyThis Architecturally designed .89 acre Haven o� ers lovely Views over Todd Inlet. Placed high and peaceful in tune with the land, the interior of this light-bathed home is just as magical as the land that cradles it. Upon entry, you experience the 2007 Epicurean kitchen through to the multi-purpose home o� ce. Ascend the dramatic staircase to an elegant Master with Ensuite, leading to one of many sunny decks. Savour Butchart Gardens � reworks in the summer, and the energizing Chi of a southwest setting. The fantastic fully-separate Guest area is amazing! Come home, where � ne living and an active lifestyle exist in perfect Synergy. $1,068,000

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Residents and visitors alike walking along Fourth Street

and Beacon Avenue in Sidney are sure to have noticed a man sitting outside, making vari-ous bead designs.

That man is Rob-ert Schram, known to many locals as Mr. Beads.

Moving here from a recovery house in Van-couver, Schram began his business in the sum-mer, five years ago.

Since then, he has had many people come up to him, requesting various bead designs.

“I do anything, any-thing anybody asks me, all different types of pictures,” he told the PNR.

He has been doing his bead work for 35 to 40 years and said his favourite piece to do is images of killer whales. That design, he said, tends to sell the quick-est.

His pieces start at $300 and go up, depend-

ing on the picture. Mr. Beads has cre-

ated wolves, bears, ravens, logos for vari-ous businesses and more.

Each design takes him around three months to complete. He said feedback has been great from the community and he

has been able to meet many different people.

“I meet tourists, I meet regulars, I meet everybody and I’m always polite to them when they come by.”

Schram said he makes around $35 a day form his work and in community dona-tions. He said he uses the money to pay for his materials and gro-ceries.

When asked what his goal is in the future he said, “Just to keep doing it and make peo-ple happy.”

The man behind the beads

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Robert Schram, known as Mr. Beads, works on his killer whale bead design on Fourth and Beacon in Sidney.

Robert Schram is a fixture on Sidney’s Beacon Avenue

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